Deadline extended for foreign nationals to request support letters for work permits

The deadline for eligible foreign nationals to request for a letter of support from the Government of Yukon for work permit extensions has been extended to October 31, 2024. This letter of support is a vital step for foreign nationals seeking a work permit under the recently announced agreement between the Government of Yukon and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

The Yukon entered into an agreement with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to facilitate the issuance of work permits to prospective applicants of the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP). This new agreement specifically applies to foreign nationals who had valid work authorization as of May 16, 2024 and are currently established in the Yukon. Their employer must plan to nominate them for permanent residency through the YNP in 2025 or 2026.

Program eligibility and the request form for a letter of support are available on Yukon.ca.